Sir, - May I make an impertinent proposal? The imposing Rathmines branch of the Bank of Ireland is built entirely of red sandstone, which is now decrepit, dark and altogether forlorn in appearance. Accordingly, mindful of its physical and corporate image, would this financial institution not consider restoring the building to its former glory, thereby enhancing this populous suburb of Dublin? And, as a good neighbour of means, in the process it could include the town hall across the road, of similar material and in an identical state! - Yours, etc., Oliver McGrane,
Marley Avenue, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16.